Cheap Apartments for Rent in Bridgeport, NJ from $800 (20 Rentals)

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Bridgeport, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Bridgeport Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Bridgeport, NJ is a Studio unit found at The Crossings at Elmwood in the Traditions at Ridley Creek neighborhood priced from $875. Renshaw Apartments in the Jackville neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $899. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bridgeport apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Crossings at ElmwoodStudioStudio,1BA$875
Renshaw ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$899
Hillside Manor Apartments2x1 Upstair2BR,1BA$950
750 Putnam Blvdone bedroom1BR,1BA$1,000
306 E Ridley AveOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,050

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bridgeport, NJ and Nearby

As of July 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bridgeport area is the $1.16 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at The Oaks in the in the East Side neighborhood starting from $1,395. The second greatest value Bridgeport apartment is the 2 bd/1 b w/ balcony Model at Bridgewater Apartments starting at $1,500 with a $1.36 price per square foot in the Traditions at Ridley Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bridgeport apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Oaks2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.16
Bridgewater Apartments2 bd/1 b w/ balcony2BR,1BA$1.36
The Crossings at Elmwood2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.56
Keystone Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.38
750 Putnam Blvdone bedroom1BR,1BA$1.12
Green Forest Apartments1 Bedroom w/Den1BR,1BA$1.54
Lori ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.63
Brian Court Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.62
Walnut Chestnut ApartmentsThe Dove1BR,1BA$1.49
Hillside Manor Apartments2x1 Upstair2BR,1BA$1.19

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bridgeport Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Bridgeport?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Bridgeport is at The Crossings at Elmwood listed at $875.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bridgeport Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bridgeport Apartment is $1,000 at 750 Putnam Blvd.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Bridgeport Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Bridgeport is starting from $950 at Hillside Manor Apartments.

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